San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield LVN Program in Bakersfield, CA

San Joaquin Valley College in Bakersfield offers a comprehensive Vocational Nursing (LVN) program designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in California. The program blends traditional classroom learning with immersive, hands-on simulations and real-world clinical experiences, allowing students to apply theoretical concepts in practical settings. SJVC’s LVN program distinguishes itself by providing a focused and accelerated path to becoming an LVN, with a full-time completion time of just 64 weeks. With a curriculum covering essential areas like patient care, practical skills, and a significant number of clinical hours, graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare industry and provide quality care to patients across the state. The program emphasizes developing well-rounded and competent nursing professionals ready to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.